Not quite a return to form, but man this looks way better than Tuesdays.
This is one of those things that’s true about Johnny that no one really cares to mention. He’s kind of a genius at engines. That Dr. Storm didn’t raise no dummies. It’s just hard to be noticed when your brother is in the next room gaining access to alternate dimensions. It’s something that I think is really good for Johnny. Honestly, when you measure him up against a lot of other supes, he comes out pretty powerful. He’s also charismatic and more than a little bit of a showboat. All of these qualities could coalesce into a stellar A-lister.
But then there’s that family of his.
When your nephew is down the hall being the god of his own universe, you lose a little steam, and gain a lot of perspective. Despite being the Human Torch, most occupants of the Baxter Building reinvent an area of science before breakfast. They do more with their minds then they ever will with their powers. (One of my favorite qualities of Mr. Fantastic). So it doesn’t matter that Johnny can do a lot of science pretty well. Or can destroy the world with a Nova blast. Until he’s thoughtful enough to apply his talents in ways that effect lives, they’re useful in few situations.
Obviously, Mr. Storm loses his temper, or plays pranks that go quite south. But no matter the circumstances (even if he caused them) he’s ready to be the heart of the team. Against big brains and long odds, he doesn’t have a lot. But he never gives up. And if it’s his family that I have to thank for that, I guess I can be okay if he’s not always in the spotlight.
Thanks for stopping!